Trajnostne

Trajnostne is a Slovenian adjective form meaning sustainable or lasting, used to describe processes, practices, technologies, investments, and policies that consider long-term environmental, economic, and social impacts. It is closely linked to the adverb trajnostno, meaning in a sustainable manner, and often appears in phrases such as trajnostne prakse or trajnostne tehnologije.

The concept originates in the broader idea of sustainable development, popularized by the Brundtland Report of 1987, which defined development that meets present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. In discourse, trajnostne approaches typically integrate three dimensions: environmental protection, economic viability, and social equity, sometimes referred to as the triple bottom line.

In practice, trajnostne approaches appear across sectors. Governments use them in urban planning, resource management, energy transitions, and climate action. Businesses adopt trajnostne finance, sustainable supply chains, and corporate responsibility to reduce risks and create long-term value. Civil society and individuals pursue trajnostno potrošništvo and efficient use of resources. The term also appears in contexts such as trajnostni razvoj, trajnostne naložbe (sustainable investments), trajnostne tehnologije (sustainable technologies), and trajnostno gospodarstvo (sustainable economy). Internationally, the concept aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Measurement of progress relies on indicators such as resource efficiency, carbon footprint, waste reduction, and life cycle assessment, combined with impact reporting. Implementing trajnostne strategies often involves trade-offs between ecological, economic, and social goals, requiring coherent policy, long-term planning, and broad stakeholder engagement. In Slovenian discourse, trajnostnost serves as a guiding frame for policy, industry, and everyday life, emphasizing balance between present needs and future potential.